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“Creative people have always been at the top of my hit list. I don't just mean people in show business, but people who create works for other people to enjoy well into the future. One of those people is Wilbur Craig. As a kid I used to watch guys make little train whistles out of a piece of wood and marvel at that~ but when I saw Wilbur's work I was overwhelmed. I was fortunate enough to be presented a gift that was a hand carved World War II Army jeep by Wilbur. It is unbelievable in detail and the details were crafted from memory by Wilbur. It remains in my office in a case for all to see. You can spend hours looking at it and wondering how such an art piece could be created with a knife and a piece of wood. To say that Wilbur just has a hobby is to say that Picasso did a little painting around the house. I keep thinking that little jeep is going to start up and drive right out of that glass case. I am honored to have in my possession a masterpiece by Wilbur Craig.”

- Tim Conway
Actor & “Veteran of the Year 1998”

"It’s the most beautiful wood carving I've ever seen. The details are sensational."

- Ernest Borgnine
Actor & “Veteran of the Year 1999

“I cannot thank Wilbur enough for the beautiful Jeep. It is absolutely incredible! We have a special place for it in our home. All of the hours that Wilbur put into making this “work of art” and only to give it to me. What a special gift! I will cherish it!”

- Chuck Norris
Actor & “Veteran of the Year 2000”

“Just a note 2 say... Wilbur, I co-wrote the hot rod mega hit, "Hey Little Cobra" and after seeing your remarkable work like the 1931 Model A Ford Coupe Roadster which I wish I would of owned, I "wood" drive anywhere, anyplace, anytime with you because you shut 'em down as we say in the hot rod world."

-Carol Connors
Academy Award Nominated Songwriter & Singer

"I've known both Wilbur and his wife for over 4 years and his incredible talent still amazes me. Never have I seen anyone create works of art made entirely of wood and authentic in every detail. Wheather an automobile, truck, airplane, tractor or motorcycle; all moveable parts on the original will be duplicated with incredible accuracy on Wilburs' model. Everything that's suppose to move will move, right down to the moveable pistons! His rifles and pistols are also amazing. With complete authenticity, the only thing missing is the.......'BANG'. His legacy is one in which most of us dream about. One that will remain for generations to marvel at. Wilbur, like his talent and his models, is a one of a kind."

Ron Summers
Cheyenne, Wyoming

“I certainly have seen Wilbur’s work. The man is a genius when it comes to making something out of a block of wood. It was unbelievable to see the tractors, motorcycles, cars, rifles, and trains that were made from a piece of wood, especially when there isn"t any bolts, nuts, screws, or pins holding the items together. This man looks at a picture of what he wants to make, and then does it. The BIG BOY train has got to be his greatest yet. It is a replica of the "real train" in a city park in downtown Cheyenne.It has between 8,000 and 9,000 separate parts, made to "fit" together.Wilbur is one of a kind with a talent that is unequaled.Am I biassed? You bet I am. I met Wilbur through my brother, Ron Summers, who is instrumental in getting people to know of Wilbur’s’ work. I can say I am proud to be a friend of Wilbur Craig, a man of many talents.”

Bob Summers
Las Vegas, Nevada

"Rose and I add "awesome" to your description of Wilbur Craig's work! The beauty and complexity of what he creates demand special talents of art and patience. These are not only collectors' items but should be Americana art in museums and in corporate settings (e.g. a stagecoach for Wells Fargo, a beer wagon for Anheuser Busch. etc."

Bob and Rose Magnus
Alexandria, Virginia

"Wilbur Craig is one talented individual. He has inspired me to take up painting again after not painting in 30 years."

Hershel Gober
McLean, Virginia

"Wilbur Craig's stuff is AMAZING. I've never seen anything like it. This is coming from a girl who is so un-artistic that she can't even draw a straight line with a ruler. The fact that he can turn simple pieces of wood into uncanny replicas of various forms of transportation is truly breathtaking. I'm a huge fan!!!"

Anne Caliguiri
Santa Monica, California